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\u201cSo we, her family and friends who all adore her join the other families who have lost their loved ones far too young. We continue to pray and support her in any way we can to further her soul\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n
\u201cPoppy was and is an unbelievable life force of creativity, compassion, wit, beauty, and sheer uniqueness.”<\/p>\n
“She transformed our lives and we are beyond grateful,\u201d they concluded.<\/p>\n
Poppy\u2019s father was the poet Jock Scot who died of cancer in 2016 aged 63.<\/p>\n
Celebrities were quick to pay tribute to Poppy, who worked as an illustrator and paper-cut artist.<\/p>\n
Singer Sophie Ellis Bextor wrote: “I never met Poppy, but what she put out into the world brought me joy. What a bright and beautiful soul. I\u2019m heartbroken to hear she\u2019s not here .. she definitely made a mark. Sending love to all. Xxx.”<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Radio host Clara Amfo commented: “Poppy was nothing but a joy to be around, every interaction with her left you howling with laughter or at the very least a smile. Truly 1 of 1, we will love you forever PoChan xxx.”<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n Earlier this year, Poppy shared how she was preparing for chemotherapy. Writing on Instagram, she said: “Chemo ready.. Said goodbye to the bob today \u2013 end of an era.<\/p>\n “After three weeks with multiple infections in hospital, I have been diagnosed with Leukaemia. I am still very much processing my heartbreak and also filled with a new love and pride for my body.<\/p>\n “My care team of friends and family has me feeling like everything is possible and then we all get together and have a good cry\/ business meeting about all the appointments and treatments that are still to come.<\/p>\n “I am honestly terrified and physically exhausted \u2013 at the same time as learning to talk to my body and cells with a loving defiance.<\/p>\n “My life will start to look very different and I\u2019m not sure how I\u2019ll use this platform going forward \u2013 maybe the occasional drawing, update, or moments of joy \u2013 I\u2019ve been drawing myself in the bath but you don\u2019t need to see those.”<\/p>\n She added: “I\u2019ve always been interested in cancer awareness and advocating for grief awareness and now it\u2019s all starting to feel very real very quickly. Grieving for my life before diagnosis \u2013 and coming to terms with all the bruises and needles is a challenge. Cancer has always been close to home for me but this is a whole new experience..”<\/p>\n
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